Horse Racing News
Waller weighs wide barrier for Jokers Grin in Randwick feature
Chris Waller is torn due to a poor barrier draw on whether to start Jokers Grin in the Hall Mark Stakes at Randwick or follow the original itinerary straight to Queensland.The one-time Perth short-course specialist was last seen running fifth in November's Group 1 Winterbottom Stakes (1200m) and is scheduled...
Adrian Bott targets G1 triumph via Miss Chanel at Randwick
Adrian Bott did not foresee Miss Chanel remaining in action on the last day of the Sydney autumn carnival when she began racing in January.Intending to spell her after every start, Bott notes the filly has compelled her owners to keep going with her schedule, always in contention and achieving...
Basilinna targeting Mornington Cup for key exemption
Connections of Basilinna seek a fresh chance in a 'win and you're in' contest coming up at Mornington.In the previous year, Basilinna earned entry into the Melbourne Cup ballot by taking out the Andrew Ramsden (2800m) at Flemington back in May.While trainers Emma-Lee and David Browne keep open the possibility...
Randwick feature to probe Matias' staying ability in Frank Packer Plate
The Frank Packer Plate at Randwick serves as Gerald Ryan's platform to assess Matias' staying power, yet he holds firm optimism that the three-year-old possesses the capacity for at least a mid-range trip.Matias, triumphant in the December Grand Prix Stakes (1800m) at Eagle Farm, now ventures beyond that mark for...
Desert Lightning's poor draw raises doubts for Mornington return
The worst barrier allocation could hold up the scheduled launch of Desert Lightning's campaign at Mornington.In Saturday's 17-nomination Listed Hareeba Stakes (1200m), Desert Lightning has the widest draw among 17, shouldering 60kg under jockey Luke Nolen.With a maximum of 15 starters on Saturday and two emergencies listed.Trained by Peter Moody...
Ipswich new stable debut eyed by down under stunnah
A dozen runs in one preparation stands out as uncommon in modern racing, but Michael Morrison is confident his resilient galloper Down Under Stunnah has what it takes for a bold finish in her swan song this campaign at Ipswich.The trainer has relocated his operation from Beaudesert to Ipswich of...
$2.7m St Gotthard delivers debut success as Switzerland's kin
Priced at $2.7 million with breeding suggesting greatness, St Gotthard drew a crowd at Warwick Farm, where the promising colt duly obliged.The win was tight, but the full brother to 2024 Coolmore Stud Stakes victor Switzerland fought back gamely, powering home past second-placed Peyton to nab Wednesday's Kia Ora Bloodlines...
Promising colt Campione d'italia targets Champagne Stakes double
Connections of Campione D'italia have been drawn by the chance to claim another Group One success locally, prompting a push towards the last stage of the juvenile triple crown in pursuit of a second top-level win in the Champagne Stakes at Randwick.The colt aims to emulate the achievements of yardmate...
Overpass headed to England for King Charles III Stakes at Royal Ascot
On Wednesday, the syndicate owning Overpass, under the management of Scott Darby Syndications, decided in favor of travelling to England.Overpass, boasting earnings exceeding $12 million in prizemoney, is poised to contest the Group 1 King Charles III (once known as King's Stand) Stakes on June 16, the first day of...
Mornington Cup next step for Ambassadorial's Caulfield Cup ambitions
Since transferring to the Tony and Calvin McEvoy stable, Ambassadorial has proven to be a genuine find.His initial campaign was with Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, followed by a period under Alex Rae at Cranbourne prior to his latest move.Ambassadorial notched three successes from 12 attempts with Waterhouse and Bott,...